User's Manual Part 1
Table Of Contents
- Copyright
- ZyXEL Limited Warranty
- Information for Canadian Users
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement
- Customer Support
- List of Figures
- List of Tables
- Preface
- Getting Started
- Wireless LAN Network
- Wireless Station Mode Configuration
- Access Point Mode Configuration
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
ZyXEL G-220F User’s Guide
Getting Started 1-1
Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter introduces the ZyXEL G-220F and prepares you to use the ZyXEL Utility.
1.1 About Your ZyXEL G-220F
The ZyXEL G-220F is an IEEE 802.11g compliant wireless LAN adapter. With the ZyXEL G-220F, you
can enjoy the wireless mobility within the coverage area.
The following lists the main features of your ZyXEL G-220F.
• Your ZyXEL G-220F can communicate with other IEEE 802.11b/g compliant wireless devices.
• Automatic rate selection.
• Offers 64-bit, 128-bit and 256-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) data encryption for network
security.
• Proprietary SoftAP feature turns your ZyXEL G-220F into an access point (AP).
• Low CPU utilization allowing more computer system resources for other programs.
• A built-in antenna
• Plug-and-play installation for Windows ME, Windows 2000 and Windows XP.
• Driver and utility support for Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows ME, Windows 2000 and
Windows XP.
1.2 ZyXEL G-220F Hardware and Utility Installation
Follow the instructions in the Quick Installation Guide to install the ZyXEL Utility and make hardware
connections.
1.3 Configuration Methods
To configure your ZyXEL G-220F, use one of the following applications:
Wireless Zero Configuration (WZC) (recommended for Windows XP)
Odyssey Client Manager (recommended if you want to configure WPA or WPA-PSK with Windows
98 Second Edition, Windows ME or Windows 2000)
ZyXEL Utility (required when you want to use the ZyXEL G-220F as an access point)